The Hershey Company (HSY)
| Market Cap | 37.12B |
| Revenue (ttm) | 10.75B |
| Net Income (ttm) | 1.65B |
| Shares Out | 202.60M |
| EPS (ttm) | 8.12 |
| PE Ratio | 22.57 |
| Forward PE | 32.43 |
| Dividend | $5.48 (2.99%) |
| Ex-Dividend Date | May 16, 2025 |
| Volume | 784,698 |
| Open | 183.14 |
| Previous Close | 181.69 |
| Day's Range | 181.99 - 183.43 |
| 52-Week Range | 140.13 - 208.03 |
| Beta | 0.29 |
| Analysts | Hold |
| Price Target | 165.37 (-9.75%) |
| Earnings Date | Jul 30, 2025 |
About HSY
The Hershey Company, together with its subsidiaries, engages in the manufacture and sale of confectionery products and pantry items in the United States and internationally. The company operates through three segments: North America Confectionery, North America Salty Snacks, and International. It offers chocolate and non-chocolate confectionery products; gum and mint refreshment products, including mints, chewing gums, and bubble gums; protein bars; pantry items, such as baking ingredients, toppings, beverages, and sundae syrups; and snack item... [Read more]
Financial Performance
In 2024, Hershey's revenue was $11.20 billion, an increase of 0.33% compared to the previous year's $11.16 billion. Earnings were $2.22 billion, an increase of 19.31%.
Financial StatementsAnalyst Summary
According to 20 analysts, the average rating for HSY stock is "Hold." The 12-month stock price target is $165.37, which is a decrease of -9.75% from the latest price.
News
Hershey raising chocolate prices by double-digits as cocoa costs soar: report
Rising ingredient costs prompted Hershey to raise prices on chocolate products, and the company noted the change is unrelated to tariffs or trade policies.
Hershey Lifts Candy Prices, Citing High Cocoa Costs
The chocolate maker has notified retail customers of a double-digit percentage increase, as cocoa markets have stayed high on supply concerns.
Hershey to hike chocolate prices by double digits — and it's not because of tariffs
"It reflects the reality of rising ingredient costs including the unprecedented cost of cocoa," a spokesperson said.
Hershey to raise chocolate prices as cocoa costs remain high
Hershey has told retailers it will be taking a double-digit price increase on average across its confection portfolio due to a surge in costs of cocoa, a company spokesperson said on Tuesday.
Hershey, Nestle, other cocoa companies defeat appeal of child slavery lawsuit
A federal appeals court on Tuesday rejected a proposed class action by eight Malian citizens who sought to hold Hershey , Nestle and five other companies liable for child labor on Ivory Coast cocoa fa...
Here's Why Hershey Is Raising Prices
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Hershey Could Get Q3 Sugar Rush Thanks To A Cocoa Crash
Cocoa futures just crumbled to their lowest level since November, and while that may sting for West African farmers, it's great news for candy bar capitalists. Chief among the beneficiaries is The Her...
Hershey Stock Is the Worst Performer in the S&P 500 The Outlook Is Mixed.
New CEO Kirk Tanner's background in consumer packaged goods and brand building will help boost Hershey, one analyst says.
Wendy's CEO steps down to take top leadership position at Hershey Company after brief tenure
Kirk Tanner will leave his role as Wendy's CEO to take the helm at The Hershey Company, succeeding retiring CEO Michele Buck after her seven-year tenure.
PepsiCo and Wendy's exec Kirk Tanner to become Hershey's next CEO
Longtime food and beverage exec Kirk Tanner was appointed as the Hershey Co.'s new CEO early on Tuesday.
Wendy's CEO departs for Hershey
CNBC's Kate Rogers joins 'Money Movers' to discuss the change in leadership at Wendy's.
Hershey Names New CEO, Continuing Leadership Shuffle. The Stock Falls.
Wendy's Chief Executive Officer Kirk Tanner will run Hershey, the latest management move at the snack and candy company.
Hershey Recruits Collab-Loving Wendy's Boss as New CEO
Kirk Tanner will take the top slot at the chocolate maker in August. Wendy's appointed its CFO as interim chief executive.
Wendy's CEO Kirk Tanner Leaving Burger Giant for Hershey
One CEO is trading burgers for chocolates.
Wendy's CEO Kirk Tanner jumps ship to run chocolate giant Hershey
Kirk Tanner joins the Reese's Peanut Butter Cups maker as it navigates higher tariff-related costs and still-high cocoa prices amid growing uncertainty around consumer spending.
Cramer's Mad Dash: Hershey
CNBC's Jim Cramer breaks down why he's keeping an eye on shares of Hershey.
Wendy's CEO Kirk Tanner tapped to lead Hershey
Wendy's CEO Kirk Tanner has been named the new chief executive of The Hershey Company. Tanner will replace Michele Buck, who is retiring after almost 20 years at Hershey, including almost eight as CEO...
Hershey names Wendy's Kirk Tanner as CEO
Hershey on Tuesday named burger chain Wendy's chief Kirk Tanner as its CEO, effective August 18, replacing Michele Buck.
WENDY'S APPOINTS KEN COOK AS INTERIM CEO
Kirk Tanner to Depart Wendy's for CEO Role at The Hershey Company DUBLIN, Ohio , July 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Wendy's Company (Nasdaq: WEN) today announced that Kirk Tanner, President and Chief Ex...
Kirk Tanner Appointed President and Chief Executive Officer of The Hershey Company, effective August 18, 2025
Experienced Industry Leader to Drive Global Growth and Innovation, Succeeding Retiring CEO Michele Buck HERSHEY, Pa. , July 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Hershey Company (NYSE: HSY) today announced that...
Buy This Growing Dividend As Markets Climb A ‘Wall Of Worry'
Near the top of my list for these “dumpster-dive” payers is the Hershey Co. (HSY). Let's look at a few reasons why HSY is a, er, sweet buy now.
Hershey to Webcast Second-Quarter Conference Call
HERSHEY, Pa. , July 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Hershey Company (NYSE: HSY) announced today that it will release its second-quarter sales and earnings results on Wednesday, July 30, 2025, and hold a c...
David M. deRubertis and Hershey Law Secures Landmark $27.5 Million Jury Verdict Against Dignity Health in Whistleblower Retaliation Case
LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- #DignityHealth--Hershey Law and David deRubertis win $27.5M verdict for whistleblower fired after reporting safety risks at Dignity Health's hospital.
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Hershey (HSY) Stock Climbs On Plan To Cut Synthetic Dyes
Shares of Hershey Co HSY closed Tuesday's session sharply higher amid news that the confectionery giant will eliminate synthetic dyes from its products by the end of 2027.